ImprovingThe latest inspection recorded fewer violations than the one before it. Review the dated records below.
Quick Answers
When was The Grove Cafe last inspected?
The most recent inspection on record was on May 5, 2026. The result listed by Region of Waterloo Public Health (Check It! We Inspect It.) was “Infractions found”.
Were any violations recorded at the last inspection?
Yes: 1 violation recorded, none marked critical. Each one is listed below with the official wording.
How many inspections are on record?
2 inspections on record, from Sep 23, 2025 to May 5, 2026.
Has The Grove Cafe ever been closed by the health department?
No closure appears in the 2 inspection records we hold for this business. The earliest is dated Sep 23, 2025.
The Full Inspection History
2 inspections
Compliance Inspection
May 5, 2026
Infractions found
1 recorded violation
minorCode —Cleaning and sanitizing
Official Wording
Equipment, utensils, multi-service articles and all food contact surfaces are properly constructed and maintained
Inspector’s Notes
Not in Compliance: Ensure equipment, utensils and or multi-service articles are cleaned and sanitized , Ensure ventilation system/exhaust hood/filters/canopy is maintained in a clean and sanitary manner
In Plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.
Official record from Region of Waterloo Public Health (Check It! We Inspect It.), May 5, 2026 · Original Source
Compliance Inspection
Sep 23, 2025
Infractions found
3 recorded violations
criticalCode —Contamination
Official Wording
Food protected from contamination or adulteration
Inspector’s Notes
Corrected During Inspection: Protect food from contamination and adulteration
In Plain English
Food was stored or handled in a way that could let germs or other material get into it, such as raw meat stored above ready-to-eat food or uncovered food. Cross-contamination is a common cause of foodborne illness.
Equipment, utensils, multi-service articles and all food contact surfaces are properly constructed and maintained
Inspector’s Notes
Not in Compliance: Ensure equipment, utensils and or multi-service articles are of sound and tight construction, Ensure equipment, utensils, and multi-service articles are suitable for intended purposes (food-grade)
In Plain English
Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.